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State Ethics Commission
The State Ethics Commission is an independent state agency that administers and enforces the provisions of the conflict of interest law and financial disclosure law.
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Request conflict of interest law advice\
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Complete conflict of interest law training\
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File a complaint with the State Ethics Commission\
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File or view Statements of Financial Interests\
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File or view conflict of interest law disclosures\
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Learn about the conflict of interest law\
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Contact Us
Online
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Phone
Main(617) 371-9500
Open M-F 9am-5pm
Fax
Legal Division (617) 723-5851
Enforcement Division(617) 723-4086
Address
1 Ashburton Place
6th floor, Room 619
Boston, MA 02108
Social media links
Who We Serve
The State Ethics Commission serves the public by fostering integrity in government. The independent agency provides free advice to all public employees on the conflict of interest law, and civilly enforces this law. You can contact the Commission to obtain legal advice, file a complaint, obtain a statement of financial interest or conflict of interest law disclosure form, or complete statutory conflict of interest law requirements.
Request advice about the conflict of interest law Complete the conflict of interest law training File a complaint with the State Ethics Commission File or view Statements of Financial Interests (SFI) File or view conflict of interest law disclosures Learn more about the conflict of interest law
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- View the calendar of Commission meetings, hearings, and seminars
- Learn more about adjudicatory hearing policies and procedures
- Read public information, press releases, and meeting notices
- See frequently asked questions about the Commission
- File a public records request with the Commission
Recent News & Announcements
Opportunity to serve on the State Ethics Commission
The Office of the Attorney General is inviting persons interested in being considered for appointment by Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell to serve as a member of the State Ethics Commission to submit their letters of interest and resumes.
Read the Notice of Upcoming Vacancy
The State Ethics Commission is a non-partisan, independent state agency which administers, provides advice and training concerning, and civilly enforces the conflict of interest and financial disclosure laws. There are five Commissioners: three, including the Commission Chair, are appointed by the Governor, one is appointed by the Secretary of the Commonwealth, and one is appointed by the Attorney General. No more than two of the Commissioners appointed by the Governor, and no more than three Commissioners overall, may be from the same political party. Commissioners serve part-time.
Read more about the Commission
- Press Release
State Ethics Commission’s Enforcement Division Alleges Former Everett Mayor Carlo DeMaria Violated Conflict of Interest Law
4/29/2026
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Commission found reasonable cause to believe DeMaria improperly received and concealed longevity payments
- Press Release
State Ethics Commission Finds Townsend Water Department Superintendent David Vigeant Violated Conflict of Interest Law
4/08/2026
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Vigeant ordered to pay $10,000 in civil penalties for violating conflict of interest law by providing project plans to local business owner before project went out to bid
- Press Release
State Ethics Commission's Enforcement Division Alleges Clinton Fire Chief Michael Lutes Violated Conflict of Interest Law
3/26/2026
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Commission found reasonable cause to believe Lutes acted on matters in which his sons' had financial interests
- News
State Ethics Commission Testifies in Support of FY 2027 Budget Request
3/24/2026
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Funding supports agency mission of fostering integrity in public service in state, county, and local government
- Press Release
State Ethics Commission’s Enforcement Division Alleges Former Holyoke City Councilor David Bartley Violated Conflict of Interest Law
3/18/2026
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Commission found reasonable cause to believe Bartley represented private parties in real estate matters involving the city
- News
Former Commissioner George D. Brown Mourned
3/16/2026
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Brown chaired the State Ethics Commission from 1994 to 1998
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Related Organizations
- Office of the Attorney General
- Office of the Inspector General
- Office of the State Auditor
- Secretary of the Commonwealth
- Office of the Comptroller
- Massachusetts Commission on Judicial Conduct
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